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HELENA, Mont. (Feb. 26, 2015) – A bill that would place limits on the type of military equipment state and local law enforcement can obtain through federal surplus programs, requiring public notification when they request any type of allowable military surplus...
HB330 would take an important step towards blocking federal programs that militarize local police. It passed two committees and then 2nd reading in the state house by a 60-40 vote. It is expected to have a third and final reading and vote on Thur. Feb 26. Follow the...
Montana HB330 would take an important step towards blocking federal programs that militarize local police. This bill must pass through the House Appropriations Committee successfully before it can receive a full house vote. Take the following action steps to support...
HELENA, Mon. (Feb. 16, 2015) – A bill that would reject federal programs to arm and equip local police like a military forcs was passed by an important state House Committee today. The vote was 20-1. Introduced by Rep. Nicholas Schwaderer (R-Superior) House Bill...
A bill introduced in the Montana legislature would prohibit state and local officials from owning or using certain military equipment, whether provided through the Department of Defense’s 1033 program or other grants, and would also indirectly thwart federal efforts...